| Description | North Riding appeal tribunal number: 308
Appeal against conscription of: Thomas Clark
Age: 30
Address: 18 Bishopgate Street, York
Occupation: Builder and property repairer
Local tribunal: York City Council
Central tribunal: No
Military Service Act 1916 or Attested: Military Service Act
Grounds for appeal: a) continue in current occupation, d) serious hardship, f) conscientious objection
Appellant: George Crombie and Sons, solicitors
Summary of Case: Withdrew claim for conscientious objection at local tribunal. Small building contractor in business with father who is very deaf and supporting documents agree that he runs the business. Asked for four months further exemption to enable him to complete work, collect money owing and make business arrangements. Granted one month on his solicitors undertaking that no further application to renew the certificate will be made.
Supporting evidence: Yes
Date and decision of North Riding Appeal Tribunal: 3 Apr 1916. Allowed. Exemption to 24 May 1916 |